Hankinson-Moreau-Covenhoven House

The Hankinson-Moreau-Covenhoven House is a residential building in Freehold Borough featuring traditional colonial design with timber framing and a pitched gable roof. The structure stands on West Main Street and displays the construction methods typical of that architectural period.

William and Elizabeth Covenhoven commissioned the construction of this residence in 1752, engaging the same builder who completed the Old Tennent Church. The building survived the era of the American Revolution and remains part of the early settlement heritage.

The house operates as a museum run by the Monmouth County Historical Association, displaying objects from colonial times that show how local people lived then. You can see furniture, tools, and household items that reveal daily life from that era.

The building opens regularly for visitors and offers guided tours where a guide explains the architectural features and the building's history. It is advisable to check the visiting hours in advance and whether registration is needed before going.

During the American Revolution, the house served as headquarters for British General Henry Clinton. When he occupied it, the owner's valuable possessions were seized, which caused significant losses for the family.